Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 6, 2026 (SKNIS) — Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, will lead a CARICOM delegation to the Republic of Suriname to attend the funeral of former President, His Excellency Chan Santokhi, on April 7, 2026.
The Prime Minister’s presence at the solemn occasion underscores the deep bonds of solidarity within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), as regional leaders gather to pay their final respects to a distinguished statesman who served his country and the wider Caribbean with dedication.
Following the official engagements in Suriname, Prime Minister Drew will travel to the Cooperative Republic of Guyana for high-level bilateral meetings with His Excellency President Irfaan Ali. During the visit, both leaders will sign several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) aimed at strengthening cooperation between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Guyana.
Notably, while speaking at the recent Cabinet-wide press conference held on March 30, Prime Minister Drew highlighted the significance of the upcoming agreements, noting that the MOUs will establish a structured framework for collaboration across multiple priority areas of national and regional development.
The agreements are expected to be anchored on seven strategic pillars, reflecting a comprehensive and forward-looking approach to partnership. Central among these is food security, as both nations seek to enhance agricultural production, reduce food import dependency, and build greater resilience in the face of global supply chain challenges.
Further details on the MOUs and bilateral discussions will be provided in the coming days.
